Bromley's B team were defeated 4-2 by Ipswich Town's Under-21 side in their second Premier League Cup group fixture this week. The match saw two new signings, Jodi Jones and Tobias Brenan, make their first appearances for the club's development squad.
Jayden Adetiba put the visitors ahead in the 24th minute at Bromley's training ground. Brenan, one of the fresh faces, responded for the hosts by scoring an equaliser just nine minutes later. The game remained level until the second half, when George Evans struck to give Bromley a temporary lead.
Ipswich hit back through Joshua Pitts, who scored twice to turn the game around. His second goal came from a late penalty after Bromley defender Pedro Felicio was sent off in the 80th minute for a foul on Riley Stammers. Playing with ten men for the final ten minutes, Bromley could not find another response.
Jodi Jones and Tobias Brenan both featured for the first time since joining the club. Their involvement is part of the process to build match fitness and integrate with the squad. Jacob Mendy also continued his own return to full fitness with minutes in the match.
Nathan Paul-Lavaly was the other Bromley scorer on the day. The result leaves the B team with work to do in their Premier League Cup group.
The first team's focus now shifts entirely to League One survival, where the situation is pressing. Bromley sit 22nd in the table with just five points from their opening six matches. Their recent form shows no wins in the last five games, with two draws and three defeats.
Their next opportunity to change that run comes quickly. Andy Woodman's side host high-flying Huddersfield Town this Saturday. Huddersfield are second in League One, presenting a formidable test at Hayes Lane. Preparation for that key league encounter, including the latest injuries news, will be key. The match kicks off on September 19.
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